Rainbow Pride Spectrum Board (Printable View)

A colorful assortment arranged by rainbow hues featuring fresh produce and cheeses for visually stunning serving.

# What You'll Need:

→ Red

01 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
02 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
03 - ½ cup red bell pepper strips
04 - ½ cup raspberries

→ Orange

05 - 1 cup orange bell pepper strips
06 - 1 cup mandarin segments
07 - ½ cup dried apricots
08 - ½ cup baby carrots

→ Yellow

09 - 1 cup pineapple chunks
10 - 1 cup yellow bell pepper strips
11 - ½ cup yellow cherry tomatoes
12 - ½ cup cheddar cheese cubes

→ Green

13 - 1 cup green grapes
14 - 1 cup cucumber slices
15 - ½ cup sugar snap peas
16 - ½ cup guacamole, served in a small bowl

→ Blue

17 - 1 cup blueberries
18 - ½ cup blue corn tortilla chips
19 - ½ cup blackberries
20 - ¼ cup blue cheese crumbles

→ Purple

21 - 1 cup purple grapes
22 - ½ cup blackberries
23 - ½ cup purple cauliflower florets
24 - ½ cup dried figs, halved

→ Serving Accompaniments

25 - 1 box assorted gluten-free crackers
26 - 1 small bowl hummus

# How to Make It:

01 - Wash, slice, and halve all fruits and vegetables, grouping them strictly by color as specified.
02 - On a large rectangular or oval serving board, plot gentle curving lines beginning with red on one end, followed by orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple in sequence.
03 - Lay out each color group’s ingredients along their respective lines without mixing colors for visual clarity.
04 - Place dips, cheeses, and accompaniments in small bowls or neatly nestled among sections of their matching color.
05 - Fill any empty spaces with extra fruits, vegetables, or crackers to achieve a lush, overflowing appearance.
06 - Present immediately to guests, showcasing the vibrant rainbow arrangement.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's a show-stopper that requires zero cooking skills—just beautiful, intentional arranging that makes you look like a total pro
  • The strict color separation creates an Instagram-worthy moment that guests will actually gasp at when they walk in
  • It's naturally vegetarian, gluten-free friendly, and celebrates fresh produce at its absolute best, making everyone feel welcome at your table
  • The combination of textures—crispy, creamy, juicy, chewy—keeps people reaching back for more
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  • The order matters more than perfection—people remember the intention of the rainbow far more than whether one grape was slightly out of line. Let that permission to be imperfect free you up to actually enjoy making this.
  • Moisture is your enemy: any wet ingredients will make the board look tired and disorganized within an hour. Dry everything thoroughly and consider having a small cloth nearby to gently dab anything that sweats.
  • If you're making this more than an hour ahead, cover loosely with parchment or a food tent to keep dust and debris away while still allowing the board to breathe and stay fresh.
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  • Buy your produce the day before but prep it the day of—this gives you fresh ingredients with the option to arrange at the last minute when everything is at its crispest
  • If you're nervous about guacamole browning, wait to make it until 30 minutes before guests arrive, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface, and keep it in a shallow bowl
  • The secret that changed everything for me: slightly chill your serving board in the freezer for 15 minutes before arranging. It keeps everything fresher longer and makes the colors seem even more vibrant
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